NHR Scholarships in Germany 2026 – Apply Now

The NHR Scholarships in Germany 2026–2029 offer a remarkable opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded PhD in High-Performance Computing (HPC) at top German universities. Hosted by the National High-Performance Computing (NHR) network, this competitive scholarship provides a monthly stipend of €2,200 for up to 36 months, along with access to world-class research facilities, mentorship, and professional training.

This program is designed for academically outstanding students from computer science, mathematics, engineering, natural sciences, or closely related disciplines. Scholars will join one of nine NHR Centres across Germany, engage in innovative research, and participate in interdisciplinary workshops, seminars, and a 6-month research secondment at a partner NHR Centre.

NHR PhD Scholarship 2026 Summary

Field	Details
Host Country	Germany
Host Organization	Nationales Hochleistungsrechnen (NHR)
Study Level	PhD
Program Duration	Up to 36 months
Stipend	€2,200 per month
Research Field	High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Application Deadline	15 September 2025

Benefits of the NHR Scholarship Program

€2,200/month stipend for up to 3 years
Supervision by leading HPC experts
Participation in workshops and advanced training programs
6-month secondment at another NHR Centre to broaden research exposure
Access to career coaching, mentoring, and soft skills development
Opportunities for international networking with academic and industry leaders
Research conducted at renowned German universities affiliated with NHR

Eligibility Criteria for NHR Scholarships Germany 2026

To apply, you must:

Hold a Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, natural sciences, or a related field
Fulfil the doctoral admission criteria of the selected NHR Centre
Demonstrate strong motivation and interest in High-Performance Computing
Provide a research proposal aligned with the focus of the NHR Centres
Meet any additional doctoral regulations of the chosen university
Submit a complete and well-documented application before the deadline

NHR Centres in Germany

The scholarship allows students to pursue their PhD at any of the 9 NHR Centres, including:

Friedrich Schiller University Jena
RWTH Aachen University
Technische Universität Darmstadt
University of Paderborn
Technische Universität Dresden
University of Erlangen-Nürnberg
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Zuse Institute Berlin

Each centre has specialised HPC research fields. Visit the NHR website to explore centre-specific topics and requirements.

Required Documents

Prepare the following documents for a successful application:

Completed application form
Motivation letter (explaining your academic and research goals)
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research statement (your intended area of research)
Certified academic transcripts and degree certificates
Proof of English language proficiency
Letter of recommendation (sent directly by the referee)
Copy of passport
Abstracts of Bachelor’s and Master’s theses

How to Apply for the NHR PhD Scholarship 2026

Register online on the official portal:
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Fill out the application form with:
- Personal and academic details
- Thesis abstracts
- Research preferences (up to 3 topics/centres)
Upload all required documents in the appropriate sections.
Combine all files into a single PDF and email it to:
scholarship@nhr-verein.de
Use the subject line: Application NHR Graduate School
Your referee should send the recommendation letter separately to the same email.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Deadline	15 September 2025
Program Start	2026–2029 (as per NHR centre timelines)

Why Apply?

This is more than just a scholarship — it’s an entry into one of the most cutting-edge and high-impact research networks in Europe. If you’re passionate about solving complex computational problems and pursuing a career in HPC or data-driven sciences, this is your path forward.

Apply Now:
https://www.nhr-verein.de/application

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